"What's the matter, tell me?"

Zhang Duo said, "It's like this, these days I've been working on constructing the wooden boardwalk to enter Xi Shan. Now that the boardwalk is finished, it's just the house left to build, but I can't always be a construction worker."

As soon as Zhang Duo said this, Ling Zhenfei understood. He didn't bring Zhang Duo here for this; he wanted him to manage the forest area.

"Yes, we have more employees at Xishan Manor now. Pick a few people to go to Xi Shan and start planting medicinal herbs. For the money needed to cultivate the herbs, just go to my sister-in-law. I await your good news."

"Thanks, Boss Ling, you really understand me." Zhang Duo was delighted to be addressed so warmly by Ling Zhenfei.

"So, have you thought about what kind of herbs you're going to plant?"

Zhang Duo had obviously already prepared. Smiling, he said, "I've done my research. Our place is suitable for Dendrobium, Lingzhi, Ginseng, and various other herbs. So I'll start by planting a bit of everything as a trial to see how they grow."

Ling Zhenfei nodded in agreement, "Your idea is correct. Let me offer you a suggestion: use the water from the well at Xishan Manor to irrigate the herbs. It can increase their survival rate."

Zhang Duo looked at Ling Zhenfei in shock, "Really? No wonder the vegetables at our manor are so delicious. It's because of the water?"

Ling Zhenfei nodded and made a shushing gesture to Zhang Duo, "This is our secret, don't let it out."

"Don't worry, you trust me that much, you know what kind of person I am."

Ling Zhenfei knew Zhang Duo well. He understood that this kid was good-hearted and not malicious.

"But I need to tell you beforehand, do not destroy the environment of Xi Shan. Of course, even more so for Xianling Mountain."

Zhang Duo nodded, "Don't worry, I grew up here on Xianling Mountain. I know the importance of this environment."

After cautioning Zhang Duo about some things to keep in mind, Ling Zhenfei headed towards the office first.

Along the way, Ling Zhenfei indeed found that there were a lot more people in the manor now. Many villagers had joined the manor as employees.

But with more employees, other problems arose, such as the distribution of workers. Now, some people were planting vegetables, some were raising livestock, but many were just idle.

As he walked along, people greeted Ling Zhenfei, and he nodded in response.

He soon reached the office, but before he could enter, he heard Zhou Yun and Chen Qian arguing about something.

Chen Qian's voice was cold, "Now I'm the person in charge here. If I say it's fine, then it's fine. If we drive people away now, it will negatively affect the manor and Ling Zhenfei."

Zhou Yun's tone was also not good, "Don't talk to me about being the person in charge. I'm only responsible for the financial situation of the manor. Do you know how much we lose daily with so many people doing nothing?"

"Moreover, with so many people not working, how do you think those who are working will feel? Over time, who will still work hard?"

After listening for a bit, Ling Zhenfei understood. The two were arguing about the employee issue at Xishan Manor.

Seeing that neither was giving in, Ling Zhenfei hurriedly pushed open the door and walked in, "My two esteemed leaders, what are you arguing about? It's not good if outsiders hear you."

"Zhenfei, you're back! Quickly, give us your judgment and see whose opinion is right," Zhou Yun complained to Ling Zhenfei.

First, Ling Zhenfei gave Chen Qian a glance, then he walked over to Zhou Yun and said with a smile, "Sister-in-law, why are you so anxious? You become less beautiful when you're worried."

"Don't talk nonsense, the matter is urgent. Do you know how worried I am?" Although her tone was anxious, Zhou Yun's attitude had softened significantly. Usually mild-tempered, Zhou Yun rarely got so agitated and angry.

Ling Zhenfei smiled, "I already heard what you both said at the door. You both make good points. President Chen means that since the villagers have signed contracts, they are now our employees at Xishan Manor.

"So even if the work arrangement isn't ready, we can't drive them away as it would damage our company's reputation. Sister-in-law, you mean that since the work isn't ready, let them go back first to reduce expenses."

"That's right. That's exactly what I think. Getting paid without working is impossible. Seeing the daily financial expenses, I can't just ignore it." Zhou Yun expressed her thoughts.

Chen Qian also nodded. Indeed, that's how he viewed the situation. He considered the big picture, knowing what the consequences would be if the villagers were sent away.

"Actually, the reason this matter is a bit problematic is that we lack personnel management, leading to some chaos. On this visit, I have already made plans for personnel management."

"Have you recruited someone?" Chen Qian understood Ling Zhenfei's meaning.

Ling Zhenfei nodded, "Almost. Tonight, we'll have a meeting to specifically arrange the details."

Ling Zhenfei looked at Zhou Yun, "Sister-in-law, I know you've already tallied the new employees at Xishan Manor. You're familiar with the villagers. Could you compile a detailed list, including their ages and physical conditions? I'll need it tonight."

"Fine, I'll get on it right away." Zhou Yun turned and left the office to handle the statistics in her own office.

After Zhou Yun left, Chen Qian helplessly said to Ling Zhenfei, "Your sister-in-law has only you in her heart and always tries to save money for you."

Ling Zhenfei laughed, "You know what my sister-in-law thinks. Why can't you persuade her with emotion and reason?"

"Forget it. I feel that no one except you can persuade her. By the way, how did it go this time, smoothly?"

Ling Zhenfei nodded, "I've found people for security, accounting, and marketing, but I only realized after returning that we still lack a Human Resources department to manage personnel flow."

"I want my sister-in-law to study Human Resources. What do you think?" Ling Zhenfei looked at Chen Qian, seeking his opinion.

Chen Qian thought for a moment and said, "I have no objections. Your sister-in-law does well in whatever she does. I think it's feasible."

"Alright, then it's decided." After the two made the decision, they sent out the notice: there would be a management meeting tonight.

Chen Qian was very busy with work and had no time to attend to Ling Zhenfei. Ling Zhenfei went out for a walk, arriving at the water reservoir. He took out the Xuantian Spirit Spring Pot and poured some Xuantian Spirit Spring water into the reservoir to maintain ample Spiritual Spring in the water.

This task had to be done periodically; otherwise, the reduction in Spiritual Spring in the water would affect the taste of the vegetables.

The free-range wild chickens in the manor roamed in flocks. Wild boars also moved about in groups of three or five, with some already having birthed a litter of piglets. The livestock rearing was on the right track.

As the manor area continued to expand, the industries at Xishan Manor would also grow accordingly. Ling Zhenfei wasn't content with just vegetable planting and livestock rearing.

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